How much does a Kennel Worker make in the United States? The average Kennel Worker salary in the United States is $42,978 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $41,402 and $47,882. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Kennel Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Kennel Worker Salary $39,967 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Kennel Worker Salary $41,402 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Kennel Worker Salary $42,978 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Kennel Worker Salary $47,882 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Kennel Worker Salary $52,347 US March 26, 2024
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VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc. - Charlotte , NC
Seeking a Full time Kennel Attendant! We are looking for an energetic, animal loving enthusiast to join our team at VCA Continental Boarding & Doggie Daycare full time! The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional serv Kennel, Assistant, Animal Care, Technology
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Spencer Springs - Las Vegas , NV
Job Title: Kennel Attendant Reports To: Kennel Attendant Supervisor FLSA Status: Non- Exempt OVERVIEW: The Kennel Attendant provides care and the basic needs of animals that are being groomed, boarded, or that are patients of the Veterinary Hospital including cleaning of cages, runs and ward areas, laundry, walking, and proper feeding, medicating and care of all hospitalized patients. The kennel attendants operate under the supervision of the Kennel Attendant Supervisor and Hospital Manager ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease, and discontent * Handle animals as required and restrain animals * Walk hospitalized and boarded dogs several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowel and bladder * Bathe, groom, and provide tender loving care to boarded and hospitalized animals * Provide care for animals' house/visiting the hospital. Report signs of illness, disease, injury, or un
- 2 days ago
Clatsop County, Oregon -
**Kennel Attendant** Clatsop County Oregon - Sheriff, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America Req #129 Friday, April 16, 2021 Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity. Seeking one part-time Kennel Attendant 16 hours/week on average in the Animal Control Division of the Sheriffs Office to maintain the county animal shelter and ensure that dogs, cats, and other animalshoused at the shelter have clean and sanitary conditions. Kennel workers are responsible for feeding and caring for dogs and cats housed at the shelter in accordance with shelter procedures and must be able to follow oral and written directives regarding safety equipment and techniques for handling animals. **Mandatory Qualifications** High school graduate or equivalent. Requires demonstrated knowledge of canine and fel
- 3 days ago
Tails Inn The City - North Canton , OH
Job Description Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a Part Time Weekend Only Kennel Assistant to join our team! As a Kennel Assistant, you will be providing daily care for the animals we are responsible for, ensuring all of their needs are met. That can include feeding them, cleaning their kennels and play spaces, engaging them in play and more. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining records of the animals and their care, including temperament and preferences. The ideal candidate loves animals, has basic knowledge of good animal handling procedures, and works well independently and within a team environment. Our candidates must have some kind of Kennel, Animal Science, and or Vet Tech experience for this position. This position will be Weekend Only for both our morning and afternoon shifts. These shifts would be from 7:00-2:00 or from 2:00-9:00. Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Responsibilities Mee
- 3 days ago
North Carolina - Raleigh , NC
Working Title Kennel Attendant Anticipated Hiring Range $31,200 - $32,500 (Commensurate with experience. Shifts with the majority of hours worked between 4pm and 8am will earn shift differential.) Job Location Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties This position provides technical assistance to the Small Animal Patient Care Departments in the Randall B Terry Companion Animal Medical Center (TC). This includes General Hospital, Intermediate Care, Intensive Care Unit and Small Animal Emergency Service. Primary duties of the Kennel Attendant include, but are not limited to the following: * Acting as the kennel technician for the departments, providing unique internal customer service, housekeeping assistance, data collection, and some patient care. * Serving as the primary point of contact for all activities relating to hospital disinfection, patient housing cleanliness, patient food supply, bedding supplies, and infectious disease monitoring and control. * Communicating with students, staff, a
- 4 days ago
GeniusVets - Costa Mesa , CA
Compensation DOE Job Description & Responsibilities Kennel staff members are responsible for proper husbandry care of all hospitalized and boarded animals, including feeding, bathing, walking, record keeping and the cleanliness of cages, runs and ward areas. In addition, the kennel staff also is responsible for the cleanliness of the hospital. Also needs to be able to take direction of technicians or doctors to carry out treatments, you will need to be able to take a TPR of patients as well as give injections in various routes. When hospital is closed, you will need to monitor hospitalized patients, take care of boarding patients and clean the hospital according to the checklists. Multitasking is a must in this job as well as client communication. You do converse with owners regarding boarding patients and their activities during their stay as well as keeping their belongings organized and kept together. This job is a lot of husbandry and animal interactions, you need to be comfortable
- 4 days ago

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    Kennel Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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